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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,985 cc

LK04 HVGMOT history

LK04 HVG is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 110,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2026
Mileage
110,445 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 HVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 HVG was last recorded at 110,445 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 4,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2020: 69,371 miles, lower than 74,746 miles on 12 Apr 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,443 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4,002 miles
Average per year
4,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,445 miles
  • 2024 – 106,443 miles
  • 2023 – 100,729 miles
  • 2022 – 87,398 miles
  • 2021 – 75,968 miles
  • 2020 – 69,371 miles
  • 2019 – 74,746 miles
  • 2018 – 61,313 miles
  • 2017 – 59,023 miles
  • 2016 – 57,632 miles
  • 2015 – 55,988 miles
  • 2014 – 52,718 miles
  • 2013 – 49,733 miles
  • 2012 – 47,442 miles
  • 2011 – 43,078 miles
  • 2010 – 38,241 miles
  • 2009 – 32,884 miles
  • 2008 – 27,511 miles
  • 2007 – 22,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both o/s & n/s lens frosted. (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s/r & n/s/r hub bearing bushes worn / slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust box corroded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking / poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,445 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    110,445 miles
    Test number
    204905951517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both o/s & n/s lens frosted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s/r & n/s/r hub bearing bushes worn / slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust box corroded.

  2. Fail110,445 miles (+4,002)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,445 miles
    Test number
    502841187008
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both o/s & n/s lens frosted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s/r & n/s/r hub bearing bushes worn / slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust box corroded.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  3. Pass106,443 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,443 miles
    Test number
    225441288174
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail106,443 miles (+5,714)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,443 miles
    Test number
    977946548250
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass100,729 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,729 miles
    Test number
    841966505217
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking / poor condition. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r sill panel corroded not excessive. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking / poor condition / sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chip / crack o/s lower edge.

  6. Fail100,729 miles (+13,331)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,729 miles
    Test number
    593636136671
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking / poor condition. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r sill panel corroded not excessive. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking / poor condition / sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCooling system water level low.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chip / crack o/s lower edge.

  7. Pass87,398 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    679376122685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s/f & n/s/f. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust corroded.

  8. Fail87,396 miles (+11,428)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,396 miles
    Test number
    781493552859
    • MajorFront Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn both o/s/f & n/s/f subframe rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers stop mid screen when switched off. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s/f & n/s/f. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust corroded.

  9. Pass75,968 miles (+300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,968 miles
    Test number
    437973202344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail75,668 miles (+6,297)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    503785816225
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass69,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,371 miles
    Test number
    537984302504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,371 miles (-5,375)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,371 miles
    Test number
    460646167882
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass74,746 miles (+10,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,746 miles
    Test number
    571200088405
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail64,746 miles (+3,433)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    373999519966
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass61,313 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,313 miles
    Test number
    970719507878
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail61,313 miles (+2,290)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,313 miles
    Test number
    158809416145
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass59,023 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    398601688777
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/zr16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail59,021 miles (+1,389)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,021 miles
    Test number
    161216960224
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/55/zr16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass57,632 miles (+1,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,632 miles
    Test number
    154070437607
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  20. Pass55,988 miles (+3,270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,988 miles
    Test number
    435729785017
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing close to tread wear indicators

  21. Pass52,718 miles (+2,985)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,718 miles
    Test number
    905585284075
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear.

  22. Pass49,733 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,733 miles
    Test number
    657421783076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,442 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,442 miles
    Test number
    707650382026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    158485471052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,078 miles (+4,837)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    885025671042
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass38,241 miles (+5,357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,241 miles
    Test number
    123344380406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,884 miles (+5,373)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,884 miles
    Test number
    383657879053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    183244678461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,511 miles (+5,356)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    394024378099
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass22,155 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,155 miles
    Test number
    862055077033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LK04 HVG

Does LK04 HVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 HVG expired on 18 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 HVG?
The MOT on LK04 HVG expired on 18 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 HVG done?
LK04 HVG was recorded at 110,445 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 4,819 miles a year.
Has LK04 HVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 HVG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 HVG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LK04 HVG find?
LK04 HVG passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s & n/s; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both o/s & n/s lens frosted.; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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